How to pronounce unisex
Say it like YOO-nih-seks. Unisex has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YOO).
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- YOO
- nih
- seks
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unisex pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- YOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- nihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- seksGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of unisex
American and British speakers say unisex in essentially the same way: /ˈjunɪˌsɛks/ in the US and /ˈjuːnɪsɛks/ in the UK.
British respelling: YOO-nih-seks.
What does unisex mean?
- Not distinguished on the basis of sex or gender; suitable for any sex or gender.“Kim is a unisex name.”
- Of or pertaining to only one sex or gender; unisexual.
- The state of not being distinguished on the basis of sex or gender; the state of being suitable for any sex or gender.
Where does unisex come from?
From uni- (prefix meaning ‘one, single’) + sex.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
Questions about saying unisex
How do you pronounce unisex?
Say YOO-nih-seks. The American pronunciation is /ˈjunɪˌsɛks/. In British English it is /ˈjuːnɪsɛks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unisex?
Unisex has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YOO). Broken into parts: YOO · nih · seks.
Do Americans and Brits say unisex the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈjunɪˌsɛks/ and the British form is /ˈjuːnɪsɛks/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.